Overview
- Duke closed the opening period on a 26–6 surge to lead 41–22 at halftime, as Clemson went 1-for-15 over the final 12 minutes and missed its last 10 shots.
- Cameron Boozer led the semifinal with 24 points, 14 rebounds and five assists, showcasing scoring at all levels and control on the glass.
- Cayden Boozer scored a career-high 16 while starting in place of the injured Caleb Foster, and Nikolas Khamenia added 14 for additional balance.
- The Blue Devils outrebounded Clemson 41–27 and held the Tigers to 33% shooting from the field and 28% from three.
- Duke improved to 31–2 and will play No. 10 Virginia for a second straight ACC Tournament title opportunity after the Cavaliers beat Miami 84–62.